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Race Around The Zoo

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Availability

Fridays and Saturdays
25 Oct - 14 Dec 2024

Time

3pm arrival for 3.15pm start
Ends 6.30pm

Group size

Up to 250 people

Meeting point

Meet at Main Gate entrance off Elliott Avenue

Cost

Member Adult $80
Non-member Adult $89
Member Child $44
Non-member Child $49

Restrictions

Minimum age 5 years.
Child to adult ratio 1:4

Enjoy an afternoon of adventure as you compete in Melbourne Zoo's very own Race Around the Zoo!

Unlock clues, unravel riddles and snap creative photos as you compete in a race to remember at Melbourne Zoo. Whether your team is the Giant Tortoise or the Hare, work together like a pride of Lions and once you are done, enjoy a drink, nibbles and a carousel ride while your hosts prepare to present the winners of your amazing race.  

An afternoon to enjoy with family and friends or the perfect Christmas get-together for your work, social club or sporting team. Limited tickets are available, book yours today!

Guests can book a full team of up to 10 people or can come as individuals and be placed in a team by our hosts.

Package includes:

  • 1.25 hour race around the zoo competing against other teams
  • Limited drinks
  • CanapĂ© nibbles
  • Carousel ride (yes, even for the adults!)
  • Prizes and bragging rights for the winning team
  • Access to the zoo for 1 hour prior to the race commencing
A group of three woman laughing together with drinks, the carousel in the background with dusk lighting